It has been difficult for Nigerian politicians to govern the citizens effectively because the traditional rulers who understand the diverse cultures and traditions are not recognised in the Constitution.
The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, Telu I, made this known in a recent interview with Vanguard.
He said, “We are closer to the people, but not close to the government. And we need to bridge that gap. And there is only one way to bridge that gap.” “The Oluwo throne was part of the House of Chiefs during the colonial period, in the Western region. During the reign of the white men, the kings were a part of the government as ministers.
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